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Sixpence: CM.139-1985

Object information

Awaiting location update

Maker(s)

Mint: London
Ruler: Elizabeth I (1558-1603)

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Description

Sixpence of Elizabeth I, 1581 with im, Long: Cross. wt. 3.15g. North 1997.

Acquisition and important dates

Method of acquisition: Given (1985-06-03) by Barnes, E. Mrs

Dating

Production date: AD 1581

Components of the work

Object composed of silver Weight 3.15 g

Identification numbers

Accession number: CM.139-1985
Primary reference Number: 283537
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Audit data

Created: Tuesday 6 April 2021 Updated: Tuesday 26 March 2024 Last processed: Saturday 22 March 2025

Associated departments & institutions

Owner or interested party: The Fitzwilliam Museum
Associated department: Coins and Medals

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